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CSWBP STAR Reducing Risk in Grey and Bruce Communities
The CSWBP Situation Table for Acutely Elevated Risk (STAR), is an evidence-informed initiative that involves over 35 partners from police services, human services, and other community agencies who work together to reduce the chance of


Accessing the Administration Building During Construction
Grey County is making improvements to the Administration Building in Owen Sound. Here’s everything you need to know to access services during construction: The main entrance throughout construction is the rear doors. The front entrance is


Ontario Renovates Funding Available in Grey County
Funding is still available to help low to medium income homeowners repair and improve their homes. Ontario Renovates offers up to $15,000 for major repairs such as heating systems, windows and doors, roofs, electrical, plumbing and more


LHIN Weighs In On Long-Term Care Redevelopment
Grey County Council has a better understanding of its long-term care redevelopment options following a presentation from the Southwest Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). Julie Girard, Team Lead with the Southwest LHIN, presented to


County Council Highlights for July 5, 2016
Grey County Council met on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers. Below are highlights from the meeting. The Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) updated council on the approval process for redeveloping long-term


Grey County Tourism Plan Gets County Council Stamp of Approval
On July 5, 2016 Grey County Council approved a new Destination Development Action Plan that will help grow tourism and strengthen Grey’s reputation as a destination of choice in Ontario. The three-year plan focuses on activities under four


County of Grey Offices will be closed July 1st 2016
The County of Grey Administration Building will be closed on Friday, July 1st, 2016. The Building will re-open on Monday, July 4th, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. Check out all the "Family Fun" activities occuring over the weekend (Friday - Sunday) at


Obtaining an Ontario Works Cheque during the Potential Canada Post Strike
Due to the potential of a Canada Post Strike, Grey County residents who usually receive Ontario Works benefits in the mail will have to pick up their July 2016 cheques in person. Residents are asked to contact 519-376-7112 ext. 1380 to


Students Build Six New Kiosks for Grey County Waterfalls and Conservation Areas
Grey Highlands Secondary Students have built and installed six sign kiosks to help visitors experience some of Grey County’s finest waterfalls and greatest views. The kiosks are located at access points to Walters Falls, McGowan Falls, the


2016 Summer Road Construction – Update June 10
Over the next few months seasonal road work will be taking place across Grey County. For a full construction map, please visit www.grey.ca/roads and select the interactive map. Upcoming Road Closures / Lane Closures Below is a list of
Grey County to Build Addition
Owen Sound Ontario - June 7, 2016 – On June 7, 2016, Grey County Council selected a contractor to build an addition and renovate areas of the Grey County Administration Building in Owen Sound. Devlan Construction Ltd. submitted the lowest
Youth Pavilion Build at Alpha Street
On June 3– 4, volunteers, community partners and county staff are coming together to build a youth engagement pavilion at the Alpha Street housing community in Owen Sound. Tradespeople and volunteers are donating their time and expertise to


Historic Community Mapping Project Now Online!
Grey Roots Museum & Archives is pleased to unveil the Grey County Historic Communities online mapping project. The application identifies the smaller historic communities on both County and local roads. Users can explore pictures from the